#231009

#231009

Overview

#231009 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 35, 16, 9, in HSL 16.2°, 59.1%, 8.6%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 54.3%, 74.3%, 86.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 6022 Olive Drab.

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Color Values

HEX

#231009

RGB

35, 16, 9

HSL

16.2, 59.1%, 8.6%

HSV

16.2, 74.3%, 13.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 54.3%, 74.3%, 86.3%

OKLCH

0.199 0.0349 40.9

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #231009;
color: #231009;
border-color: #231009;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 900 #1C1917

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

18.27:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.15:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #231009?

RGB(35, 16, 9) · HSL(16.2, 59.1%, 8.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 54.3%, 74.3%, 86.3%)

Does #231009 meet WCAG contrast on white?

18.27:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #231009?

Use FFFFFF text on a #231009 background; contrast on black is 1.15:1.